Cook Resume Example Company Name - Revere, Massachusetts

COOK

Summary

Cross-trained in multiple FOH positions to provide optimal service to every guest. Efficiently ran food, seated customers and discussed menu options. Kept dining area clean with proactive attention to departing guests, empty plates and spills.

Entry-level Food Runner able to remain calm and focused under pressure.

Energetic Food Runner successful at interacting with people of all ages and personalities and experienced in working at upscale restaurants.

Personable Food Runner offering well-developed skills in bussing tables, supporting the wait staff and customer service. Pursuing a position in a busy restaurant where focus and dedication are highly sought.

Motivated and hardworking person seeking challenging new role in fast-paced barback environment. Ready to bring skills to support team and customer needs with fast, high-quality dining assistance. Proficient in keeping tables clear, floors clean and supplies stocked. Good relationship-building and time management abilities.

High-energy professional able to multitask well to meet customer desires and business needs in high-volume environments.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitizing methods
Serving staff support
Closing duties
Trash removal
Dining room organization
Food runnin
Safe serving knowledge
Maintaining floor displays
Able to lift 50+ pounds
Fluent in Spanish and English I also understand Portuguese
Strong communication skills
Effective multi-tasker
Dish preparation

Excellent customer service
Flexible and adaptable
Service prioritization
Following regulations
Team building
Buffet setup and takedown
Equipment operation and maintenance
Machinery maintenance
Food safety understanding
Guest and client satisfaction
Safe food handling
Strong team member

Experience

Cook - Company Name (City, State)October 2019 - Current

Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
Created approximately 10 orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Operated all bakery equipment, including ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers.
Mixed, weighed and proofed ingredients to match exact recipe formula.
Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize salmonella and other foodborne illnesses.
Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients to use oldest products first.
Measured and regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, meticulously following recipes to produce quality dishes.
Chopped, diced, and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Rotated stock items and ingredients to maintain efficiency and freshness.
Verified food was cooked properly by regulating temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters.
Identified machine malfunctions, leading to cost-saving repairs.
Offered support to other stations in high-volume shifts or as needed.
Sliced and weighted meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items such as steak and cheese and steak tips subs.

Expo-Cook - Company Name (City, State)January 2019 - May 2020

Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Precooked garnishes such as bacon pieces for later use to top off fresh dishes.
Marinated food items according to corporate-provided instructions and recipes.
Conducted daily inspections and maintained food sanitation and kitchen equipment safety reports.
Maximized efficiency of kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving.
Created nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food.
Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products resulting in consistently high scores on health inspections.
Assisted in preparation of menu items such as steaks, burgers and sandwiches.
Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
Restocked all food items throughout shift to guarantee cooks had all necessary ingredients needed for service.
Interacted professionally and effectively with wait staff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting work space and washing all utensils and glassware.
Operated all kitchen equipment safely to avoid injuries.
Created approximately (several at the same time) orders simultaneously during busy periods with high accuracy, maintaining customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Placed frequently used food such as sea food, dairy products, meat and grains in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times at lunch and dinner rush.

Food Runner Busser - Company Name (City, State)March 2019 - July 2019

Worked with bar staff to obtain alcoholic beverages and refills for customers throughout restaurant.
Reset tables between guests, including refilling condiments and wiping down all surfaces.
Collected empty plates and glasses to minimize bussing requirements between customers.
Inventoried food supplies to determine needs and replenish stations.
Relayed orders and special requests to cooks, monitoring finished dishes for accuracy with preferences.
Completed final preparations of dishes and quickly delivered items to customers.
Checked tables and refilled condiments that were running low.
Immediately bussed tables when guests left to prepare for the next party.
Delivered entrees to tables and made sure each guest received the correct menu items.
Kept the buffet restocked with the correct food items.
Assisted servers with table settings and beverage refills during busy periods.
Cleaned tables and observed proper sanitizing techniques to prevent food borne illnesses.
Responded quickly to customer concerns and inquiries and provided appropriate answers, escalating major issues to food runner immediately.
Pitched in to help by washing dishes, glasses and cutlery when the kitchen staff became overwhelmed.
Restocked nonperishables and other items, including condiments and napkins from inventory to keep pantry well-supplied.
Placed dishes, utensils and beverages on food trays for delivery to rooms to confirm that individuals received ordered meals.
Responded quickly to customer concerns and inquiries and provided appropriate answers, escalating major issues to food runner immediately.

Education and Training

GEDMay 2015Centro Latino, City

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